Proof-of-Concept call 2018 - Industrial Research Fund VUB

13.09.2018

The Proof-of-Concept (PoC)
call is open for projects that aim to bring scientific research closer to the
market. It focuses on research in a later transitory stage from
proof-of-principle to proof-of-concept.

PoC projects need to have a
clearly defined valorisation goal: e.g.
prototype development, preclinical experiments, drafting of a business plan,
market analysis, etc. The projects can run from 1 up to maximal 2
years and the funds cannot be used to cover costs of personnel.

Per project, a budget of
50.000 EUR is foreseen and a detailed budget plan is requested at the time of
submission. The total budget allocated for this call is 200.000 EUR. If sufficient
budgetary means are available, a new call will be opened in 2019.